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- To sign up for workshops, please complete our Registration Form.
- Register early to confirm your workshop space. Group size is limited, and classes may fill early.
- Email us to verify that space is available.

Accommodations
Camping is available in the nearby National Forest. Lodging in Crestone, CO just a few miles from the Institute.

The White Eagle, about one mile west of Crestone (on your left as you approach town), has the lowest cost lodging in the area at this time. Please check with them for availability and the latest rates.

Meals
Catered lunches are included with all workshops. Restaurants are available for other meals or you can bring your own food. Please check off your meal choices on the Registration Form.

Traveling to the Geiger Research Institute
Our Contact Us web page has detailed directions to the Institute. The closest airport is in Alamosa, Colorado. With advanced notice, transportation from the airport can be arranged for $20 one way.

Pets
Please do not bring any pets. Thank you.

Children
We have limited facilities for children. If you have children who must attend with you, please email us to discuss this option.

Discounts
- Additional family members receive a 20% discount.

Deposits
All workshops require a non-refundable deposit, with the balance due 30 days before the workshop.

One-day workshops: Send a $25 non-refundable deposit to reserve a workshop space. This price includes a catered lunch.

Two-day workshops: Send a $50 non-refundable deposit to reserve a workshop space. This price includes a catered lunch.

Week-long workshops: Send a $100 non-refundable deposit to reserve your workshop space. These workshops also include the cost of catered lunches.

Fees
- Workshop fees include tuition and training materials (handouts, etc.).
- Catered lunches are included with all workshops.
- Books are not included in workshop fees.

Instructors
Visit our About Us web page for background information on the primary instructors at the Geiger Research Institute. Guest instructor profiles will be added to the appropriate Workshop pages as the information becomes available.

GEIGER RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF SUSTAINABLE BUILDING
Crestone, Colorado 81131 Email: Contact Information